Leominster City Council Schedules Public Hearings for Zoning and Safety Proposals

The Leominster City Council convened on August 11, 2025, to address several key agenda items, including appointments, zoning amendments, and public safety concerns. The meeting commenced with a public forum, which concluded without any audience participation.

The first significant item discussed was the confirmation of Corey Hasselman as the city's Veterans Director for a three-year term starting September 2, 2025. The council agreed to schedule an interview for Hasselman on August 25 at 6:30 PM, with all members present expressing their support.

Next, Glenn Eaton, Executive Director of the Massachusetts Regional Planning Commission, presented a request to amend the zoning ordinance. This amendment aims to replace Article 15 regarding accessory apartments to comply with new state laws. The council referred this petition to the chairwoman of legal affairs and agreed to hold a public hearing on September 8 at 6:30 PM.

The council also addressed another zoning amendment to add the Multifamily Overlay District (MFOD) to the abbreviations table. This request was similarly referred to legal affairs, with a public hearing scheduled for August 25 at 6:35 PM.

In a related matter, Joe Pandolfo, representing Golden Nozzle Car Wash, sought approval for an underground fuel storage license due to a moratorium on natural gas service on Main Street. The council referred this petition to legal affairs and scheduled a public hearing for August 25 at 6:36 PM, requesting the attendance of the fire department's deputy chief.

Additionally, the council discussed a request from Ward 3 Councilor David R. Cormier for a streetlight installation at 699 Willard Street, which was referred to the chair of public safety with a public hearing set for August 25 at 6:37 PM. Ward 5 Councilor Carrie Noseworthy also proposed the installation of a four-way stop at the intersection of Abbott Avenue and Bridal Avenue to enhance safety, with a public hearing scheduled for the same date at 6:38 PM.

The meeting concluded with a financial report, marking a productive session focused on community safety and regulatory compliance. The council's next meeting is set for August 25, where several public hearings will take place, addressing the discussed petitions and requests.